Lincoln, Nebraska to Minneapolis: Road Trip Guide & Distance

How far is Lincoln, Nebraska from Minneapolis?

The distance from Lincoln, Nebraska to Minneapolis is 336.2 miles (541 km) as the crow flies. Minneapolis is located NNE of Lincoln, Nebraska. By car, the driving distance is approximately 403.4 miles, taking about 8h 7min. A direct flight would take roughly 1h 11min. Both are located in United States — Lincoln, Nebraska in Nebraska and Minneapolis in Minnesota.

This is a solid day of driving. Be sure to take breaks every 2-3 hours to avoid driver fatigue, and plan your meals ahead of time. Heading East means you'll be driving into the sunrise if you start early. Keep your windshield clean for the best visibility.

Coordinates come from public place data for Lincoln, Nebraska and Minneapolis. The driving distance is estimated from straight-line distance with a road-factor model, so confirm the route in your navigation app. Fuel, flight, bus, and train values are planning estimates and can change by date, provider, road closures, and border rules.